Job Description

INNOVATION AND BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP LEAD

Do you have expertise in, and passion for innovation and business partnership/development? Would you like to apply your expertise to impact the lives of patients in a company that follows the science and turns ideas into life changing medicines? Then AstraZeneca might be the one for you!

ABOUT ASTRAZENECA

AstraZeneca is a global, science-led, patient-focused biopharmaceutical company that focuses on the discovery, development and commercialisation of prescription medicines for some of the world\xe2\x80\x99s most serious diseases. But we\xe2\x80\x99re more than one of the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading pharmaceutical companies. We are on a journey to bring life-saving medicines to patients. Our role in contributing to decreasing mortality rates globally is clear \xe2\x80\x93 shaping the future by spotting a scientifically-led commercial opportunity and acting now to operationalise and scale it.

Our Singapore Marketing Company (SGMC) is responsible for the marketing of our medicines in Singapore. Here you\xe2\x80\x99ll also find colleagues from AstraZeneca\xe2\x80\x99s corporate functions and our Asia and International regions\xe2\x80\x99 sales and marketing teams. As a member of the Singapore Association of Pharmaceutical Industries (SAPI), all of our sales, marketing and communications activities are subject to the SAPI Code of Conduct.

BUSINESS AREA \xe2\x80\x93 Singapore Marketing Company, Innovation & Business Excellence

Our team proudly leads the way as the fastest growing pharmaceutical. But we\xe2\x80\x99re not done yet \xe2\x80\x93 we\xe2\x80\x99re fearless in setting the direction for a new future to keep progressing for our patients. We\xe2\x80\x99re bringing transformative drugs to those that need them the most by combining continuous new launches with unique solutions across the whole patient journey. It\xe2\x80\x99s how we are able to truly make a difference to the quality of lives and answer huge unmet patient needs.

This role takes the lead role in a specialist area, with oversight by the Innovation & Business Excellence Head. Within the specialist area you will manage projects end to end, engaging partners through to negotiation and finalisation. You may also line manage specialist administration support and lead cross-functional project teams in global projects.

What you\'ll do

• Ensure that targeted opportunities in the specified area are identified, evaluated and, as appropriate, presented to the business effectively and efficiently. These may be in/out licensing, divestment, acquisition or alliance opportunities.
• Work collaboratively and flexibly to accommodate the various routes through which projects of different natures may arise.
• Establish external business networks that will facilitate the identification and capture of relevant opportunities to build ecosystem aligned to our internal TAs focus and business goals.
• Lead externalisation input into assigned business area, Medical or Commercial for A.Catalyst Network projects with support from the Medical team and Corporate Affairs and Market Access team.
• Interpret and synthesise data gathered from 3rd parties, desk sources and internal AZ knowledge in building a business proposition.
• Take ownership to filter opportunities and to terminate evaluations that do not meet business requirements or standards.
• Ensure that the evaluations are detailed and objective, with clear opportunity and risk assessment.
• Manage the relationship with the potential partner in a timely and professional manner; ensure that AZ remains competitive in 3rd party deal process.
• Prepare and present deal propositions to relevant senior governance bodies.
• Lead the deal negotiation and closure.
• Ensure post deal activities are fully completed.
• Positively develop, manage and maintain stakeholder relationships with senior SET colleagues, Legal and Finance.

Essential for role

• Degree level education
• Broad knowledge of pharmaceutical business, process and activities
• Good knowledge of disease areas, and drug development activities and commercial processes and especially within AZ. Existing deep scientific knowledge and an established external network in a relevant therapy area is an advantage
• Experience in leading multiple, large, international, multi-functional project teams of senior professionals
• Strong interpersonal and team leadership skills
• Experience and effectiveness in the presentation of written and oral business cases to the most senior AZ Management.
• Knowledge of deal structures and legal principles
• Numerate and having financial literacy
• Proven negotiation skills and experience of working in an intense deal environment.

Desirable for the role

• Masters degree, e.g. MBA

Why AstraZeneca?

At AstraZeneca we\xe2\x80\x99re dedicated to being a Great Place to Work. Where you are empowered to push the boundaries of science and unleash your entrepreneurial spirit. There\xe2\x80\x99s no better place to make a difference to medicine, patients and society. An inclusive culture that champions diversity and collaboration, and always committed to lifelong learning, growth and development. We\xe2\x80\x99re on an exciting journey to pioneer the future of healthcare.

So, what\xe2\x80\x99s next?

• Are you already imagining yourself joining our team? Good, because we can\xe2\x80\x99t wait to hear from you.
• Are you ready to bring new ideas and fresh thinking to the table? Brilliant! We have one seat available and we hope it\xe2\x80\x99s yours.

Where can I find out more?

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Date Posted 01-Nov-2023

Closing Date 15-Nov-2023

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.

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